2004 Seat Toledo vs. 2010 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2010 Renault Symbol is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (104 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 434 kg more than 2010 Renault Symbol. 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (250 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Symbol. 2010 Renault Symbol has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Renault Symbol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Toledo | 2010 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Seat | Renault |
| Model | Toledo | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
