2000 Dodge Stratus vs. 2006 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2006 Seat Toledo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Stratus (161 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Seat Toledo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 210 kg more than 2006 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, 2000 Dodge Stratus (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Toledo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Toledo. 2000 Dodge Stratus has automatic transmission and 2006 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 2006 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Stratus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Stratus | 2006 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Stratus | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
