2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Seat Toledo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Seat Toledo. (99 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Toledo.
Because 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Toledo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | C | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2146 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 34 L |
