2004 Seat Toledo vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (99 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Toledo | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Toledo | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2881 mm |