2005 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2001 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Leon would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Leon (207 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (152 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 152 kg more than 2001 Seat Leon.
Because 2001 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (155 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar X-Type | 2001 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | X-Type | Leon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
