2004 Opel Vectra vs. 2001 Seat Leon

To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Leon would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Leon (207 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 263 kg more than 2001 Seat Leon.

Because 2001 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Leon.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Opel Vectra 2001 Seat Leon
Make Opel Seat
Model Vectra Leon
Year Released 2004 2001
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2958 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 149 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 2100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 81.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.5:1 9.5:1
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.3 seconds 7.1 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1613 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Consumption 5.4 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 55 L