2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 23 kg more than 2007 Renault Kangoo. 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, 2009 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Kangoo | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Kangoo | Exeo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2642 mm |