1999 Seat Toledo vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra

To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Toledo would be higher. Both 1999 Seat Toledo and 2008 Seat Alhambra are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (90 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 479 kg more than 1999 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Seat Toledo 2008 Seat Alhambra
Make Seat Seat
Model Toledo Alhambra
Year Released 1999 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 90 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 3750 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 311 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1245 kg 1724 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2850 mm


 

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