2005 Peugeot 107 vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 107 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Leon (238 HP) has 185 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 107. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Leon weights approximately 454 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 107. 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, 2012 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 107. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 107 | 2012 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 107 | Leon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
