2001 Seat Toledo vs. 2011 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Honda Element is newer by 10 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Seat Toledo. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Element weights approximately 219 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, 2001 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Element. 2011 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2001 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 2001 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Seat Toledo | 2011 Honda Element | |
Make | Seat | Honda |
Model | Toledo | Element |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 1606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |