2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 Seat Leon

To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C (189 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 111 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.

Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (260 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mercedes-Benz C 2005 Seat Leon
Make Mercedes-Benz Seat
Model C Leon
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1795 cc 1895 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 189 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 235 km/hour 215 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.7 seconds 11.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1265 kg 1376 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.3 L/100km 5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 55 L


 

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