2005 Seat Leon vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Because 2005 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Camry. 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon. 2008 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Leon | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Leon | Camry |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |