2005 Seat Leon vs. 2003 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 427 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, 2003 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Leon | 2003 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Leon | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1238 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
