2004 Renault Vel Satis 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 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 339 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Vel Satis | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Vel Satis | Leon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |