2006 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Antara 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 @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Opel Antara. (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Antara.

Because 2006 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (542 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Leon. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Leon. 2006 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 2012 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2012 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Opel Antara 2012 Seat Leon
Make Opel Seat
Model Antara Leon
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1899 cc 1982 cc
Horse Power 212 HP 238 HP
Engine RPM 1400 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 210 km/hour 247 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1770 mm


 

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