2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (237 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 127 kg more than 2008 Seat Leon.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Seat Leon (300 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2008 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2008 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Tribute | 2008 Seat Leon | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | Tribute | Leon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |