2004 Seat Toledo vs. 1996 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Outback (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (99 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Because 1996 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Subaru Outback (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Toledo | 1996 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Toledo | Outback |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
