2004 Honda Z vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (223 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 360 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z 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, 2005 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Z | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Z | Leon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 62 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |