2005 Seat Leon vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (187 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (130 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Leon | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Seat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Leon | R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
