2002 Seat Toledo vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50

To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 9 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Toledo.

Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Toledo. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Toledo.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Seat Toledo 2011 Mazda BT-50
Make Seat Mazda
Model Toledo BT-50
Year Released 2002 2011
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 2953 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 3200 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 180 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 96.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 102 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 3010 mm


 

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