2009 Seat Leon vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S40. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 Seat Leon.
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, 2007 Volvo S40 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Leon. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Seat Leon | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | Leon | S40 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |