2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 9 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 12 kg more than 2000 Seat Leon.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. 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, 2000 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2000 Seat Leon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Nubira | Leon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1301 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |