2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,172 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 34 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | GT | Leon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3172 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |