2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2000 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Seat Toledo. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 760 kg more than 2000 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva 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 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 2000 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Captiva | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
