2005 Honda Legend vs. 1999 Seat Toledo

To start off, 2005 Honda Legend 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Legend weights approximately 520 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.

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 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo. 2005 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1999 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1999 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Honda Legend 1999 Seat Toledo
Make Honda Seat
Model Legend Toledo
Year Released 2005 1999
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 291 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 77.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 1150 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 55 L


 

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