2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Toledo weights approximately 62 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1996 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Fiesta | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Fiesta | Toledo |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 994 kg | 1056 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |