2004 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (170 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 Seat Leon.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Seat Leon (300 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | C | Leon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
