2005 Lancia Phedra vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Lancia Phedra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Phedra (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 392 kg more than 2001 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 Lancia Phedra (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Toledo. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Phedra | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Phedra | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1612 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
