2005 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2006 Seat Toledo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Toledo (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Toledo weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Seat Toledo (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Astra | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.9 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 | 1110 kg | 1225 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
