2009 Seat Leon vs. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Seat Leon would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 2009 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 294 kg more than 2009 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Aston Martin Rapide. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Leon. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide has automatic transmission and 2009 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2009 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Seat Leon | 2010 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Seat | Aston Martin |
| Model | Leon | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
