2004 Seat Toledo vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 9 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (99 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Toledo | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Toledo | Beetle |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |