2005 Ford Freestar vs. 1998 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1998 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 890 kg more than 1998 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 Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Toledo. (146 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Toledo. 2005 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 1998 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1998 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 1998 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Freestar | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2480 mm |
