2010 Honda Element vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 374 kg more than 1999 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, 2010 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Honda Element | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Element | Toledo |
Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1594 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1819 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1788 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2520 mm |