1997 Opel Frontera vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1997 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Frontera weights approximately 81 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Frontera. (203 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Opel Frontera | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Frontera | Leon |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |