2005 Seat Toledo vs. 2006 Acura TL
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Seat Toledo. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TL weights approximately 275 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.
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, 2006 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Toledo. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Toledo. 2006 Acura TL 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. 2006 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Toledo | 2006 Acura TL | |
Make | Seat | Acura |
Model | Toledo | TL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3212 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 258 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |