2004 Lexus GS vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, both 2004 Lexus GS and 2004 Seat Toledo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus GS (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GS weights approximately 221 kg more than 2004 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lexus GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexus GS (298 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo. 2004 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus GS | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Lexus | Seat |
| Model | GS | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
