2007 Seat Leon vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Patriot (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 206 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, 2011 Jeep Patriot (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Leon | 2011 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Seat | Jeep |
| Model | Leon | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
