2003 Seat Toledo vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2003 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Toledo. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Seat Toledo | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Seat | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Toledo | 159 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |