2008 Honda Element vs. 1998 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1998 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 906 kg more than 1998 Seat Toledo. 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 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Toledo. (146 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Toledo. 2008 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1998 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1998 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 1998 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Element | Toledo |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |