2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (99 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 Mitsubishi Lancer (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Lancer | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
