2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (90 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 39 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Seat Toledo (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Transit Connect | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Transit Connect | Toledo |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |