2005 Seat Leon vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Corolla (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 68 kg more than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
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 Toyota Corolla (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Leon | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Leon | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1238 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |