2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1997 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1997 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 245 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.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Toledo. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1997 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1997 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 1997 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 911 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1320 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
