2002 Seat Toledo vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 10 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Toledo (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 304 kg more than 2002 Seat Toledo.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Toledo. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Seat Toledo | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Toledo | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1327 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |