2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Toledo weights approximately 372 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. 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, 2005 Seat Toledo (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 2005 Seat Toledo has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Seat Toledo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2005 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Panda | Toledo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 10 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 | 1050 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |