2004 Seat Toledo vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (126 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 9 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (174 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Toledo | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Toledo | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1439 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
