2007 Seat Leon vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD 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 GTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (237 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen GTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTD weights approximately 34 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Leon | 2012 Volkswagen GTD | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Leon | GTD |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
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 | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |