2004 Mazda Spiano vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Spiano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Spiano would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Leon weights approximately 876 kg more than 2004 Mazda Spiano. 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, 2010 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda Spiano | 2010 Seat Leon | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | Spiano | Leon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 658 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |