2004 Seat Toledo vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 351 kg more than 2012 Seat Ibiza. 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 (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Toledo | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Toledo | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1069 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |