2003 Peugeot 106 vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Leon weights approximately 480 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 106. 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 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Peugeot 106 | 2010 Seat Leon | |
Make | Peugeot | Seat |
Model | 106 | Leon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |