2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 Seat Toledo
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz C and 2006 Seat Toledo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 419 kg more than 2006 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Seat Toledo (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2006 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 2006 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2006 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | C | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
