2007 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Leon would be higher. At 1,461 cc, 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 63 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio.
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, 2007 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Clio | Leon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1389 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
