2006 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Optra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Optra would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (197 HP) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 416 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Optra | 2011 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Optra | Leon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
