2005 Seat Leon vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster 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 Mazda 3 (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Leon | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Seat | Mazda |
Model | Leon | 3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |