2007 Renault Espace vs. 2005 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Seat Toledo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 423 kg more than 2005 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, 2007 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Toledo. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 2005 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Espace | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
