2006 Chevrolet Optra vs. 1998 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Optra (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Optra should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Toledo.
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 Chevrolet Optra (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Toledo. (146 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Optra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Optra | 1998 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Optra | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
