2005 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Altis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu Altis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Altis (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Seat Toledo. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Altis should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Altis weights approximately 33 kg more than 2001 Seat Toledo. 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, 2001 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. 2005 Daihatsu Altis has automatic transmission and 2001 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 2001 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daihatsu Altis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Altis | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Altis | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1387 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
