1990 Renault Espace vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 101 kg more than 1990 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Renault Espace | 2000 Seat Leon | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Espace | Leon |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1301 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |