2002 Peugeot 406 vs. 2007 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2007 Seat Toledo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Seat Toledo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 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, 2002 Peugeot 406 (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Toledo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 406 | 2007 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 406 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
