2007 Seat Leon vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 166 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2007 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Leon | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Leon | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |