2004 Holden Vectra 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 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Toledo (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Holden Vectra. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Vectra weights approximately 230 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, 2005 Seat Toledo (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Vectra | 2005 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | Vectra | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
