2002 Lotus Elise vs. 1998 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2002 Lotus Elise is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Elise (134 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Toledo weights approximately 294 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Because 2002 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Lotus Elise (175 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Toledo. (146 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Elise | 1998 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Lotus | Seat |
| Model | Elise | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
