2008 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2003 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Toledo weights approximately 442 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
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, 2003 Seat Toledo (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Spark | 2003 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Spark | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
