2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 455 kg more than 2007 Seat Leon.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Seat Leon (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Kangoo | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Kangoo | Leon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |