2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 4 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 746 kg more than 2004 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 TrailBlazer (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
