2001 Saturn Vue vs. 2005 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Seat Toledo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saturn Vue (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Seat Toledo. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saturn Vue weights approximately 189 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Seat Toledo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn Vue. (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn Vue. 2001 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Saturn Vue | 2005 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Saturn | Seat |
| Model | Vue | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
