2004 Seat Toledo vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 110 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.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Toledo | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
Model | Toledo | Silverado |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1439 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 129 L |