2003 Mazda 2 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 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (148 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 359 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2. 2004 Seat Toledo has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Seat Toledo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 2 | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 2 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
