2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Seat Leon. (238 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1101 kg more than 2012 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Leon. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Envoy | 2012 Seat Leon | |
Make | GMC | Seat |
Model | Envoy | Leon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |