2005 Mercury Mariner 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 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (237 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 191 kg more than 2008 Seat Leon.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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, 2008 Seat Leon (300 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mariner | 2008 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mercury | Seat |
| Model | Mariner | Leon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 237 HP |
| 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
