2006 Seat Leon vs. 2009 Saleen S7
To start off, 2009 Saleen S7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Leon would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 568 more horse power than 2006 Seat Leon. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 87 kg more than 2009 Saleen S7.
Because 2009 Saleen S7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Saleen S7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 679 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Leon | 2009 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Seat | Saleen |
| Model | Leon | S7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2692 mm |
