2004 Seat Toledo vs. 2002 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Jimny 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) has 72 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 414 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2002 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Jimny. 2004 Seat Toledo has automatic transmission and 2002 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 2002 Suzuki Jimny 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 | 2002 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Toledo | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1439 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2260 mm |
