2005 Opel Zafira vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (99 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 203 kg more than 1999 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 Zafira (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Zafira | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Zafira | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1503 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
