2004 Opel Zafira vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Opel Zafira. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Seat Leon (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Zafira | 2006 Seat Leon | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Zafira | Leon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |