2005 Seat Leon vs. 2002 Volkswagen Magellan
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Magellan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Magellan would be higher. At 1,896 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Magellan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Magellan (275 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Magellan should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 27 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Magellan.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Magellan. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Magellan. 2002 Volkswagen Magellan 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. 2002 Volkswagen Magellan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Leon | 2002 Volkswagen Magellan | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Leon | Magellan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
