2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2002 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Toledo. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2002 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Grande Punto | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
