2007 Seat Leon vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 464 kg more than 2007 Seat Leon.
Because 2006 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra will offer significantly more control. 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 Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Leon | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Leon | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |