2007 Seat Leon vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Astra weights approximately 420 kg more than 2007 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, 2010 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Leon | 2010 Opel Astra | |
Make | Seat | Opel |
Model | Leon | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |