2005 Seat Leon vs. 2011 Chevrolet Volt
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Volt is newer by 6 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Volt. (149 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Volt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Volt weights approximately 339 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Volt (370 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (320 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Volt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Leon | 2011 Chevrolet Volt | |
| Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Leon | Volt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 149 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4498 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
