2005 Acura MDX vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1996 Seat Toledo. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 896 kg more than 1996 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX 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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Toledo. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Acura | Seat |
| Model | MDX | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 45 L |
