2002 Renault Espace vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Seat Toledo. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 298 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Espace | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Espace | Toledo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1387 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |