2005 Seat Leon vs. 2010 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Acura TL is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura TL weights approximately 449 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon. 2010 Acura TL 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. 2010 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Leon | 2010 Acura TL | |
| Make | Seat | Acura |
| Model | Leon | TL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1239 kg | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
