2005 Seat Leon vs. 2004 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 131 kg more than 2004 Proton Perdana. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Perdana. 2004 Proton Perdana 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 Proton Perdana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Leon | 2004 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Seat | Proton |
| Model | Leon | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4750 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
