2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1996 Seat Toledo. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1996 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 GMC Acadia (367 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Toledo. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Toledo. 2009 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1996 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1996 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | GMC | Seat |
| Model | Acadia | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
