1999 Seat Toledo vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (90 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 329 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, 1999 Seat Toledo (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 2012 Ford Transit Connect 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 Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Seat Toledo | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Seat | Ford |
Model | Toledo | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2911 mm |