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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (145 HP @ 5800 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 91 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, 2005 Opel Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Toledo. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Toledo.
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 | 2196 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.7 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 | 1181 kg | 1272 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
