2003 Seat Toledo vs. 2011 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2011 Nissan Patrol is newer by 8 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 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Patrol (280 HP) has 176 more horse power than 2003 Seat Toledo. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1565 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.
Because 2011 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Nissan Patrol (399 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Toledo. (148 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Toledo. 2011 Nissan Patrol 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. 2011 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Seat Toledo | 2011 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Seat | Nissan |
| Model | Toledo | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3075 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |
