2008 Kia Spectra5 vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2008 Kia Spectra5 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Spectra5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Spectra5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Spectra5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 149 kg more than 2008 Kia Spectra5.
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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Spectra5. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Spectra5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Spectra5 | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Kia | Seat |
Model | Spectra5 | Toledo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |