2006 Opel Zafira vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Opel Zafira is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Leon would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Opel Zafira. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 135 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Zafira. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Zafira | 2002 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Zafira | Leon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 178 HP |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
