1993 Peugeot 309 vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1996 Seat Toledo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Toledo (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 309. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Toledo weights approximately 197 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 309. 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, 1996 Seat Toledo (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 309. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Peugeot 309 | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Peugeot | Seat |
Model | 309 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2480 mm |