2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 538 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Lotus | Seat |
Model | Elise | Toledo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 55 L |