2006 Seat Leon vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Altea would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 331 kg more than 2006 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 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Seat Leon | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Leon | Altea |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |