2005 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Vivant would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Vivant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 47 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. 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, 2009 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Vivant | 2009 Seat Leon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Vivant | Leon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1355 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |