2006 Lexus GX vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Lexus GX 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus GX weights approximately 366 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 2006 Lexus GX 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, 2006 Lexus GX 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, 2006 Lexus GX (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus GX | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Lexus | Seat |
| Model | GX | Leon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |
