1997 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Espace (111 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Seat Exeo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 230 kg more than 2010 Seat Exeo. 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, 1997 Renault Espace (234 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Exeo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Espace | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Espace | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2642 mm |
