2005 Renault Modus vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Renault Modus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Toledo (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Renault Modus. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Modus weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 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, 2005 Renault Modus (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Modus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo. 1999 Seat Toledo has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Modus has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Modus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Seat Toledo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Modus | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Modus | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
