2006 Kia Picanto vs. 1997 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 950 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto. 2006 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 1997 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1997 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 1997 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Picanto | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
