2004 Seat Toledo vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 104 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 194 kg more than 1999 Seat Toledo.
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 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Toledo | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Toledo | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
