1999 Seat Toledo vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (90 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 435 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 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo. 2008 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 1999 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1999 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Toledo | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Toledo | V70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
