2007 Peugeot 206 vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 206 (108 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Seat Leon. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 81 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206.
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, 2006 Seat Leon (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 206 | 2006 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 206 | Leon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
