2002 Opel Astra vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Astra (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 241 kg more than 2002 Opel Astra.
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, 2009 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Astra. (256 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Astra | 2009 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Astra | Leon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
