2005 Seat Toledo vs. 2010 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 5 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 55 more horse power than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Toledo weights approximately 236 kg more than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. 2010 Daewoo Kalos 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. 2010 Daewoo Kalos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Toledo | 2010 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Seat | Daewoo |
| Model | Toledo | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1341 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
