2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Toledo weights approximately 254 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2009 Ford E-350 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 2009 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1999 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1999 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford E-350 | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | E-350 | Toledo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2520 mm |