2005 Seat Leon vs. 2011 Volvo S40
To start off, 2011 Volvo S40 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S40 weights approximately 117 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.
Because 2005 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon. 2011 Volvo S40 has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Leon | 2011 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | Leon | S40 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 1579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 57 L |