2003 GMC Sonoma vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Sonoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Sonoma would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 36 kg more than 2004 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 GMC Sonoma 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Sonoma | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | GMC | Seat |
| Model | Sonoma | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
