2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Leon would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Seat Leon. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 569 kg more than 2002 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Leon. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva has automatic transmission and 2002 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2002 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2002 Seat Leon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Captiva | Leon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1396 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |