2004 Toyota Caldina vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Caldina. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Exeo weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Toyota Caldina. 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, 2010 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Caldina. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Caldina. 2004 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2010 Seat Exeo has manual transmission. 2010 Seat Exeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Caldina | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Toyota | Seat |
Model | Caldina | Exeo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2642 mm |