2007 Honda S2000 vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, both 2007 Honda S2000 and 2007 Seat Leon were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 18 kg more than 2007 Honda S2000.
Because 2007 Honda S2000 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 2007 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda S2000 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | S2000 | Leon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |