1999 Seat Toledo vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 14 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (154 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 270 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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo. 2013 Toyota Avalon 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. 2013 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Toledo | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Toledo | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2324 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2820 mm |
