2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Toledo (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Toledo weights approximately 181 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, 1999 Seat Toledo (170 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Accent | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1039 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
