2005 Seat Leon vs. 2005 Skoda Superb
To start off, both 2005 Seat Leon and 2005 Skoda Superb were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Superb (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Superb weights approximately 341 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 Skoda Superb (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (130 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Leon | 2005 Skoda Superb | |
Make | Seat | Skoda |
Model | Leon | Superb |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |