2004 Seat Toledo vs. 1999 Volvo S40
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo S40 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (99 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2004 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 (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Toledo | 1999 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Toledo | S40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |
