2007 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Leon would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (178 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 287 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Optra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Optra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Optra. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Optra | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Optra | Leon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 178 HP |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
