2001 Saab 9-X vs. 2008 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2008 Seat Toledo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saab 9-X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saab 9-X would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Saab 9-X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 9-X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2008 Seat Toledo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 9-X should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Toledo weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Saab 9-X.
Because 2001 Saab 9-X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Saab 9-X will offer significantly more control. 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 Saab 9-X (350 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Toledo. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 9-X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Saab 9-X | 2008 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Saab | Seat |
| Model | 9-X | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
