2000 Rover 45 vs. 1997 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2000 Rover 45 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rover 45 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rover 45 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Rover 45 | 1997 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Rover | Seat |
Model | 45 | Toledo |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |