2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 151 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
Model | Lancer | Leon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |