2005 Seat Leon vs. 2004 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar X-Type (167 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 234 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. (279 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar X-Type. 2004 Jaguar X-Type 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. 2004 Jaguar X-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Leon | 2004 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Seat | Jaguar |
| Model | Leon | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
