2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon weights approximately 21 kg more than 2006 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon | 2006 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | Sportwagon | Leon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 7.8 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 | 1355 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
