2005 Seat Leon vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (144 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon.
Because 2005 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Suzuki SX4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon 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 (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Leon | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Seat | Suzuki |
Model | Leon | SX4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 42 L |