2003 Rover 75 vs. 2005 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Seat Toledo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Toledo weights approximately 32 kg more than 2003 Rover 75. 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, 2005 Seat Toledo (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Rover 75 | 2005 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Rover | Seat |
Model | 75 | Toledo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |