2004 Seat Altea vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 264 kg more than 1996 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, 2004 Seat Altea (326 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Altea | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Altea | Toledo |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |