2005 Seat Leon vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Leon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Astra weights approximately 386 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon. 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 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Leon | 2012 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Seat | Opel |
| Model | Leon | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1239 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
