2003 Seat Toledo vs. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 9 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2003 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Toledo.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Toledo. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Toledo. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu 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. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Seat Toledo | 2012 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Toledo | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
