2008 Volvo V70 vs. 2008 Seat Toledo
To start off, both 2008 Volvo V70 and 2008 Seat Toledo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (200 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Seat Toledo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2008 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 Toledo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (240 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70. 2008 Seat Toledo has automatic transmission and 2008 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2008 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Seat Toledo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Volvo V70 | 2008 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Volvo | Seat |
Model | V70 | Toledo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |