2008 Seat Leon vs. 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Seat Leon would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (237 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7. 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2008 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Leon | 2011 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
Make | Seat | Luxgen |
Model | Leon | Luxgen7 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4845 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1876 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1768 mm |