2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2001 Seat Leon
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Leon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Seat Leon. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 515 kg more than 2001 Seat Leon. 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, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Leon. (130 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Grand Espace | 2001 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Grand Espace | Leon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
