2004 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz A 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 128 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz A | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | A | Toledo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |