2001 Eagle Talon vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 42 kg more than 2001 Eagle Talon.
Because 2005 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon 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, 2001 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2001 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Eagle Talon | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Eagle | Seat |
| Model | Talon | Leon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
