2004 Kia Rio vs. 2002 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Toledo (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Toledo weights approximately 237 kg more than 2004 Kia Rio. 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, 2002 Seat Toledo (235 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 2002 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Rio | 2002 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Kia | Seat |
Model | Rio | Toledo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 235 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1327 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |