2005 Seat Leon vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 318 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Leon | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Leon | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1239 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |