2009 Renault Espace vs. 2005 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2009 Renault Espace is newer by 4 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), 2009 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Seat Toledo. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Espace weights approximately 515 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, 2009 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Toledo. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Toledo. 2009 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Espace | 2005 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Espace | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
