2005 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, both 2005 Mazda RX-8 and 2005 Seat Leon were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2005 Mazda RX-8 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 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda RX-8 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | RX-8 | Leon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |