2004 Fiat Idea vs. 2004 Seat Toledo

To start off, both 2004 Fiat Idea and 2004 Seat Toledo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (99 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Idea.

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, 2004 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Fiat Idea 2004 Seat Toledo
Make Fiat Seat
Model Idea Toledo
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1368 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 71 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 149 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3940 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1570 mm


 

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