2007 Seat Leon vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 56 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.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2007 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2007 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Leon | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Leon | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 129 L |
