2006 Seat Toledo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Seat Toledo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 80 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.
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 Seat Toledo (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Seat Toledo | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Toledo | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 7.8 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 | 1420 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |