2007 Seat Leon vs. 2011 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-Z 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-Z. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 113 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-Z. 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 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-Z. (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-Z.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Leon | 2011 Honda CR-Z | |
Make | Seat | Honda |
Model | Leon | CR-Z |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1202 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4079 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2436 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |