2007 Lotus Elise vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (99 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Because 2007 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. 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 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Elise | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Lotus | Seat |
Model | Elise | Toledo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 34 L |