2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 203 kg more than 2010 Seat Leon.
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 (280 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (278 Nm). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. 2005 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2010 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2010 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Impala | 2010 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Impala | Leon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
