1999 Seat Toledo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 368 kg more than 1999 Seat Toledo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Sharan (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Toledo | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Toledo | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2324 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
