2006 Seat Leon vs. 2011 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 5 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 446 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Seat Leon | 2011 Chevrolet Spark | |
Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
Model | Leon | Spark |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |