2005 Scion xA vs. 2002 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Scion xA is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Toledo (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Toledo weights approximately 257 kg more than 2005 Scion xA. 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, 2002 Seat Toledo (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Scion xA | 2002 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Scion | Seat |
| Model | xA | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1327 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
