2006 Peugeot 307 vs. 2006 Seat Leon

To start off, both 2006 Peugeot 307 and 2006 Seat Leon were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Seat Leon. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 307.

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, both vehicles can yield 148 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2006 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 2006 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2006 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Peugeot 307 2006 Seat Leon
Make Peugeot Seat
Model 307 Leon
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 186 km/hour 179 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14 seconds 11.7 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 880 kg 1205 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.9 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 55 L


 

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