2005 Seat Leon vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo 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. Both 2005 Seat Leon and 2010 Seat Exeo are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Exeo weights approximately 178 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 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Leon | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Leon | Exeo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2642 mm |