2002 Opel Concept M vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Concept M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Concept M would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Opel Concept M. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Concept M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Leon weights approximately 36 kg more than 2002 Opel Concept M. 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, 2010 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Concept M. (205 Nm @ 1980 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Concept M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Concept M | 2010 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Concept M | Leon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1980 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
