2003 Ford Ka vs. 2006 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2006 Seat Toledo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Toledo weights approximately 360 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka. 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, 2006 Seat Toledo (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Ka | 2006 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Ka | Toledo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |