2005 Seat Leon vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 931 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 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 Volkswagen T5 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 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Leon | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Leon | T5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |