2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 142 kg more than 2006 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon 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 (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Xsara | Leon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
