2005 Lexus GS vs. 2005 Seat Toledo

To start off, both 2005 Lexus GS and 2005 Seat Toledo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus GS (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Seat Toledo. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GS weights approximately 319 kg more than 2005 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Lexus GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Seat Toledo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus GS. (302 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus GS. 2005 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Lexus GS 2005 Seat Toledo
Make Lexus Seat
Model GS Toledo
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 302 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 230 km/hour 210 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1660 kg 1341 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 5.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 55 L


 

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