2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (143 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (138 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 2004 Seat Toledo (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | 156 | Toledo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |