2005 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Leon would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (241 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2002 Seat Leon. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 192 kg more than 2002 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Accord (287 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Leon. (235 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Leon. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2002 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2002 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2002 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Accord | Leon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
