2003 Dodge Viper 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 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 23 kg more than 2003 Dodge Viper.
Because 2005 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Viper. 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Viper | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Dodge | Seat |
Model | Viper | Leon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |