2008 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Seat Toledo. (99 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Toledo.
Because 2008 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 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, 2008 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Toledo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A3 | 2005 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | A3 | Toledo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |