2003 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Seat Toledo

To start off, 2005 Seat Toledo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Seat Toledo. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 921 kg more than 2005 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Toledo. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Toledo.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Chevrolet Tahoe 2005 Seat Toledo
Make Chevrolet Seat
Model Tahoe Toledo
Year Released 2003 2005
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4807 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2262 kg 1341 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2520 mm


 

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