2005 Acura TSX vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, both 2005 Acura TSX and 2005 Seat Leon were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TSX weights approximately 185 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 Acura TSX (225 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon. 2005 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura TSX | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Acura | Seat |
Model | TSX | Leon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 148 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |