1998 Renault Laguna vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2001 Seat Toledo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,327 cc, 2001 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Toledo (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Toledo weights approximately 66 kg more than 1998 Renault Laguna. 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, 2001 Seat Toledo (220 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Laguna | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Laguna | Toledo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2327 cc |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |