2004 Seat Toledo vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo would be higher. At 1,898 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 64 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Toledo | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
Make | Seat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Toledo | Vaneo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1439 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |