2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2008 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2008 Seat Toledo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Toledo weights approximately 243 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, 2008 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fusion | 2008 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Fusion | Toledo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.3 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 | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |