2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2005 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Seat Toledo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Toledo (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 286 kg more than 2005 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, 2004 Ford Taurus (245 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Toledo. (235 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Taurus | 2005 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Taurus | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
