2007 Audi A8 vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (450 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1996 Seat Toledo. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 1116 kg more than 1996 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Toledo. (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Toledo. 2007 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1996 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1996 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A8 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2480 mm |
