2005 Seat Leon vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Volvo S40 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 57 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S40. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Leon | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | Leon | S40 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 8.5 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 | 1376 kg | 1433 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |