1999 Seat Toledo vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 571 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 Volvo XC60 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo. 1999 Seat Toledo has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo XC60 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo XC60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Seat Toledo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Toledo | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Toledo | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2774 mm |
