2005 Lexus IS vs. 2002 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Lexus IS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Toledo (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus IS weights approximately 179 kg more than 2002 Seat Toledo.
Because 2005 Lexus IS 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 IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Seat Toledo (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus IS | 2002 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Lexus | Seat |
| Model | IS | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1327 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
