2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 76 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
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 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | 156 | Leon |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |