2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1994 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (210 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1994 Seat Toledo. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 650 kg more than 1994 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Toledo. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1994 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Five Hundred | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2480 mm |
