2005 Seat Leon vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 796 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 Toyota Quantum is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Quantum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Leon | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Leon | Quantum |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 20.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1239 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |