2007 Seat Leon vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 686 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 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon. 2012 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. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Leon | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Leon | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3022 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |
