1993 Peugeot 405 vs. 1994 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1994 Seat Toledo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1994 Seat Toledo. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1994 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (289 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Toledo. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 405 | 1994 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 405 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
