2004 Seat Toledo vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (138 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Seat Toledo | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Seat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Toledo | C |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
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 | 138 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |