2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2007 Seat Toledo

To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Toledo weights approximately 121 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2008 Fiat Punto (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Toledo. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Toledo.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat Punto 2007 Seat Toledo
Make Fiat Seat
Model Punto Toledo
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1910 cc 1894 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 99 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 180 km/hour 183 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.6 seconds 12.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 1271 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.3 L/100km 5.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 49 L 55 L


 

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