2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 4,280 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (379 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (90 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 325 kg more than 1999 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Aston Martin | Seat |
Model | V8 Vantage | Toledo |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 379 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |