2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2004 Seat Toledo

To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2004 Seat Toledo.

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 Mazda 6 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo. 2004 Seat Toledo has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Seat Toledo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mazda 6 2004 Seat Toledo
Make Mazda Seat
Model 6 Toledo
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 119 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 4150 RPM
Torque 323 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 198 km/hour 201 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.8 seconds 10 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1488 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.5 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 55 L


 

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