2009 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Opel Astra is newer by 2 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Astra weights approximately 25 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.
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, 2009 Opel Astra (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Astra | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Astra | Leon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
