2004 Seat Toledo vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 797 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 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana. 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 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo. 2012 GMC Savana 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. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Toledo | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Seat | GMC |
Model | Toledo | Savana |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |