2005 Seat Leon vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Compass (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Compass weights approximately 33 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Compass. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Leon | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Seat | Jeep |
Model | Leon | Compass |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4448 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1814 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |