2005 Seat Leon vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 62 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, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Leon | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Leon | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1238 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4511 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1544 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
