2005 Audi S4 vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 455 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 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 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 Audi S4 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | S4 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
