2004 Seat Toledo vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 171 kg more than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Because 2001 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (200 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2. 2004 Seat Toledo has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Seat Toledo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Toledo | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Toledo | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1439 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
