2005 Seat Leon vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 8 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 66 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 @ 1900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Leon | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Seat | Porsche |
Model | Leon | Boxter |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 263 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1282 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2475 mm |