2005 Seat Leon vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 3 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 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 489 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 2008 SsangYong Korando 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando. 2008 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Leon | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Seat | SsangYong |
Model | Leon | Korando |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |