2008 Opel Zafira vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Leon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Zafira (237 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 354 kg more than 2000 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon 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, 2008 Opel Zafira (321 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Zafira | 2000 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Zafira | Leon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
