2000 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 180 kg more than 2000 Opel Astra. 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, 2007 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (188 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Astra | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Astra | Leon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
