2002 Seat Toledo vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 3,187 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Seat Toledo. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 902 kg more than 2002 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Toledo. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Toledo | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Toledo | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1327 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
