2005 Smart ForTwo vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2005 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Seat Leon (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo. 2006 Seat Leon has automatic transmission and 2005 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2005 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Seat Leon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Smart ForTwo | 2006 Seat Leon | |
Make | Smart | Seat |
Model | ForTwo | Leon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 55 L |