2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2004 Seat Toledo

To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Seat Toledo.

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, 2004 Seat Toledo (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo. 2004 Seat Toledo has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Seat Toledo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford Mondeo 2004 Seat Toledo
Make Ford Seat
Model Mondeo Toledo
Year Released 2008 2004
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1797 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 175 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 11.5:1
Top Speed 202 km/hour 198 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.9 seconds 10.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1469 kg 1439 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.4 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 55 L


 

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