1993 Renault Espace vs. 2006 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2006 Seat Toledo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1993 Renault Espace. (105 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Espace weights approximately 178 kg more than 2006 Seat Toledo.
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, 2006 Seat Toledo (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Espace | 2006 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Espace | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |
