2004 Ford Freestyle vs. 2000 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestyle is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2000 Seat Toledo. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 645 kg more than 2000 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, 2004 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestyle | 2000 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Freestyle | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
