2005 Seat Leon vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 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), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 64 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 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza. 2009 Subaru Impreza 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. 2009 Subaru Impreza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Leon | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | Leon | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
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 | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |