2001 Mazda 323 vs. 2003 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2003 Seat Toledo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 323 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Toledo.
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, 2001 Mazda 323 (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Toledo. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 323 | 2003 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 323 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
