2003 Ford Excursion vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1996 Seat Toledo. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2178 kg more than 1996 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Toledo. (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Toledo. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1996 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1996 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Excursion | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Excursion | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2480 mm |
