2003 Seat Toledo vs. 2001 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2003 Seat Toledo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Toledo weights approximately 290 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. 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 Toledo (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. 2001 Suzuki Ignis has automatic transmission and 2003 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 2003 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Suzuki Ignis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Seat Toledo | 2001 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Toledo | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 41 L |
