2001 Seat Toledo vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 4 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 2,327 cc, 2001 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Toledo (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Toledo weights approximately 66 kg more than 2005 Seat Altea. 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, 2001 Seat Toledo (220 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Toledo | 2005 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Toledo | Altea |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2327 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
