2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 800 kg more than 2001 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer 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, 2004 Ford Explorer (306 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Toledo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Toledo.
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2004 Ford Explorer | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Explorer | Toledo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |