2008 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Toledo weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
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 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Toledo. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2003 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Civic | Toledo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1180 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |