2007 Seat Leon vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Leon would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2007 Seat Leon (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (208 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Leon | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Leon | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |