2005 Seat Toledo vs. 1996 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Seat Toledo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (212 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Seat Toledo. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. 1996 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Seat Toledo | 1996 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Seat | Ford |
Model | Toledo | Mustang |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |