2005 MG TF vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 MG TF 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG TF (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Toledo weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 MG TF.
Because 2005 MG TF 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 MG TF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 MG TF (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Toledo. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG TF | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | MG | Seat |
| Model | TF | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
