2003 Mazda 2 vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2003 Mazda 2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Toledo weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 Mazda 2. 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, 2001 Seat Toledo (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 2 | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 2 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
