2007 Opel Vivaro 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 Opel Vivaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Vivaro would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 343 kg more than 2009 Seat Leon.
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 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Vivaro | 2009 Seat Leon | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Vivaro | Leon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.5 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |