2007 Seat Leon vs. 2011 Renault Espace
To start off, 2011 Renault Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Leon would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Espace weights approximately 610 kg more than 2007 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, 2011 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon. 2011 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2007 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2007 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Leon | 2011 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Seat | Renault |
| Model | Leon | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
