1993 Renault Safrane vs. 2002 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2002 Seat Toledo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 260 kg more than 2002 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Toledo. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Safrane | 2002 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Safrane | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
