2007 Abarth Grande Punto vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto is newer by 3 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Because 2007 Abarth Grande Punto 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 2007 Abarth Grande Punto. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Abarth Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Abarth Grande Punto | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Abarth | Seat |
| Model | Grande Punto | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
