2007 Opel Zafira vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 189 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Seat Leon (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Zafira. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Zafira | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Zafira | Leon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1503 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |