2008 Seat Toledo vs. 1997 Tata Estate
To start off, 2008 Seat Toledo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Tata Estate would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Toledo (138 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1997 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1997 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tata Estate weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Seat Toledo.
Because 1997 Tata Estate 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 1997 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Toledo | 1997 Tata Estate | |
Make | Seat | Tata |
Model | Toledo | Estate |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |