2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (243 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2006 Seat Leon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 519 kg more than 2006 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Leon. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Leon. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2006 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2006 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Seat |
| Model | 300 | Leon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
