1999 Opel Zafira vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 14 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon.
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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Zafira | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Zafira | Leon |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |