2005 Seat Leon vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Leon would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 76 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Leon | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Leon | Polo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1238 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |