2002 Seat Toledo vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 4 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Toledo weights approximately 250 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. 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, 2002 Seat Toledo (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Seat Toledo | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Seat | Smart |
Model | Toledo | ForFour |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |