2007 Lancia Thesis vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 39 kg more than 2009 Seat Leon. 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, 2009 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lancia Thesis | 2009 Seat Leon | |
Make | Lancia | Seat |
Model | Thesis | Leon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |