2005 Opel Astra vs. 2005 Seat Toledo

To start off, both 2005 Opel Astra 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Seat Toledo. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Toledo weights approximately 126 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra.

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 Seat Toledo (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Opel Astra 2005 Seat Toledo
Make Opel Seat
Model Astra Toledo
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4150 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 19.5:1
Top Speed 205 km/hour 193 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.8 seconds 11.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1145 kg 1271 kg
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 55 L


 

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