1999 Seat Toledo vs. 2012 Ford Edge
To start off, 2012 Ford Edge is newer by 13 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Edge (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (90 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Edge weights approximately 701 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.
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, 2012 Ford Edge (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo. 2012 Ford Edge 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. 2012 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Toledo | 2012 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Seat | Ford |
| Model | Toledo | Edge |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2824 mm |
