2003 Kia Visto 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 Kia Visto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Visto would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Toledo (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Toledo weights approximately 425 kg more than 2003 Kia Visto. 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 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Visto | 2006 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Kia | Seat |
Model | Visto | Toledo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |