2006 Rover 45 vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Rover 45. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Rover 45. 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 45. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 45 | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | 45 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
