2005 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 14 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 814 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, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Grand Espace | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Grand Espace | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
