2002 Lotus Exige vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2002 Lotus Exige is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Toledo weights approximately 440 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Because 2002 Lotus Exige 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 Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Exige (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotus Exige | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Lotus | Seat |
Model | Exige | Toledo |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |