2004 Seat Toledo vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 382 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, 2011 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Toledo | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Seat | Ford |
Model | Toledo | Taurus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1439 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |