2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 167 kg more than 2006 Ford Fusion. 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 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Fusion | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
