2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Toledo would be higher. Both 2008 Seat Alhambra and 1999 Seat Toledo are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (90 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 479 kg more than 1999 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 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Alhambra | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Alhambra | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
