2003 Seat Altea vs. 1998 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 365 kg more than 1998 Seat Toledo. 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, 2003 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Toledo. (146 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Toledo. 2003 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 1998 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1998 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Seat Altea | 1998 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Altea | Toledo |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |