1999 Renault Espace vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Seat Leon.
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 Seat Leon (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (189 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Renault Espace | 2009 Seat Leon | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Espace | Leon |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |