2005 Seat Leon vs. 2001 Opel Signum
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Opel Signum. (125 HP @ 3250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 234 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Signum. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Signum. 2001 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Leon | 2001 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Seat | Opel |
| Model | Leon | Signum |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
