2006 Peugeot 407 vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 204 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Peugeot 407 | 2009 Seat Leon | |
Make | Peugeot | Seat |
Model | 407 | Leon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1559 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |