2006 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 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, 2006 Opel Astra (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Leon. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Astra | 2008 Seat Leon | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Astra | Leon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |