2009 Renault Espace vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2009 Renault Espace is newer by 5 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Espace weights approximately 361 kg more than 2004 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, 2009 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Renault Espace | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Espace | Toledo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
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 | 239 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |