2005 Opel Tigra vs. 1998 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Opel Tigra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Tigra weights approximately 155 kg more than 1998 Seat Toledo.
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 Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Toledo. (146 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Tigra | 1998 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Tigra | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1194 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
