2004 Vauxhall VX220 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 Vauxhall VX220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall VX220 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 385 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall VX220.
Because 2004 Vauxhall VX220 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Vauxhall VX220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Vauxhall VX220 | 2006 Seat Leon | |
Make | Vauxhall | Seat |
Model | VX220 | Leon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 55 L |