2005 Seat Toledo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Toledo weights approximately 23 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2005 Seat Toledo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Toledo | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Toledo | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1420 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1341 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
