2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 1997 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1997 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 582 kg more than 1997 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 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 1997 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Mondeo | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
