2005 Dodge Viper 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 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,284 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2010 Seat Leon. (238 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 212 kg more than 2010 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Viper 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 2005 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Leon. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 2010 Seat Leon | |
Make | Dodge | Seat |
Model | Viper | Leon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8284 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |