2008 Lotus Exige vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2008 Lotus Exige is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Seat Toledo. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Toledo weights approximately 234 kg more than 2008 Lotus Exige.
Because 2008 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Seat Toledo (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lotus Exige | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Lotus | Seat |
Model | Exige | Toledo |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |