2003 Renault Megane vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 2 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 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Toledo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 6 kg more than 2001 Seat Toledo.
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 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (147 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Megane | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Megane | Toledo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |