2005 Seat Leon vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 121 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 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Leon | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Seat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Leon | B |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
