2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 748 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Viano. 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | Viano | Leon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1222 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |