2009 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Toledo (99 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka.
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 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Ka | 2005 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Ka | Toledo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 34 L |