2002 Seat Leon vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Leon would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 258 kg more than 2002 Seat Leon.
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 Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5. 2011 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 2002 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2002 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Seat Leon | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Seat | Mazda |
Model | Leon | 5 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1568 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |