2003 Renault Megane vs. 2007 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2007 Seat Toledo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Toledo weights approximately 155 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane. 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, 2007 Seat Toledo (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Megane | Toledo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |