2001 Seat Toledo vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2003 Volvo S40 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Seat Toledo. (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo S40 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2001 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, 2003 Volvo S40 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Toledo. (220 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Toledo | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Toledo | S40 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2327 cc | 2435 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
