1999 Seat Toledo vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 11 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (250 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (90 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1176 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 2010 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo. 2010 Chevrolet Express 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. 2010 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Toledo | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Toledo | Express |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 2421 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3429 mm |
