2005 Seat Leon vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 7 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (253 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (288 Nm). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Leon | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Leon | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 253 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
