2009 Lotus Exige vs. 1993 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1993 Seat Toledo. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Toledo.
Because 2009 Lotus Exige 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 Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2009 Lotus Exige (231 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Toledo. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Exige | 1993 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Lotus | Seat |
| Model | Exige | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
