2009 Peugeot 407 vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 407 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 407. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 204 kg more than 2002 Seat Leon.
Because 2002 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 407. (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Peugeot 407 | 2002 Seat Leon | |
Make | Peugeot | Seat |
Model | 407 | Leon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1396 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 62 L |