2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (101 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Toledo weights approximately 128 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent. 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, 1996 Seat Toledo (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Accent | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
