2011 SsangYong Stavic vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Leon would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 663 kg more than 2007 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 SsangYong Stavic 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 2011 SsangYong Stavic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2011 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 SsangYong Stavic | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | SsangYong | Seat |
| Model | Stavic | Leon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1923 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
