2009 Seat Leon vs. 2003 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 400 kg more than 2003 Seat Arosa. 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 Seat Leon (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Seat Leon | 2003 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Leon | Arosa |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 67.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 70.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |