2005 Pontiac G6 vs. 2005 Seat Leon

To start off, both 2005 Pontiac G6 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac G6 (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 175 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.

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 @ 1900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac G6. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac G6. 2005 Pontiac G6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Pontiac G6 2005 Seat Leon
Make Pontiac Seat
Model G6 Leon
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 1895 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1551 kg 1376 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 55 L


 

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