2007 Seat Leon vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 123 kg more than 2007 Seat Leon.
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 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC. 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Leon | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Leon | CC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
