2010 Subaru Impreza vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Leon would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Leon. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Leon. 2006 Seat Leon has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Seat Leon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Subaru Impreza | 2006 Seat Leon | |
Make | Subaru | Seat |
Model | Impreza | Leon |
Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |