2003 Opel Signum vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Opel Signum. (115 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 159 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Signum. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Signum | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Signum | Leon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |