2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 644 kg more than 2004 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Kia | Seat |
Model | Sportage | Toledo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2083 kg | 1439 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |