2007 Ford Ka vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Toledo weights approximately 169 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka. 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, 1996 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ka | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Ka | Toledo |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |