2002 Renault Espace vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 815 kg more than 1991 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 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo. 2002 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1991 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1991 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Espace | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Espace | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2480 mm |
