2002 Seat Alhambra vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Alhambra would be higher. Both 2002 Seat Alhambra and 2005 Seat Leon are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 366 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Seat Alhambra | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Alhambra | Leon |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |