2007 Seat Toledo vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Seat Toledo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2007 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 199 kg more than 2007 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Toledo. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Toledo | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Toledo | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1271 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
