2005 Seat Leon vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Outback weights approximately 54 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.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Leon | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | Leon | Outback |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |