2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 215 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 2008 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Porsche 911 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Porsche | Seat |
Model | 911 | Leon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |