2009 Acura RL vs. 2004 Seat Toledo

To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 5 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RL weights approximately 418 kg more than 2004 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Acura RL (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo. 2009 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Acura RL 2004 Seat Toledo
Make Acura Seat
Model RL Toledo
Year Released 2009 2004
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3664 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.2:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1852 kg 1434 kg
Vehicle Length 4980 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.8 L/100km 4.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.9 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.5 L/100km 5.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 73 L 55 L


 

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