2004 Seat Toledo vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 3 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Seat Toledo. 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Toledo | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | Toledo | V50 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |