2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 Seat Leon

To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz C and 2006 Seat Leon were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (149 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 386 kg more than 2006 Seat Leon.

Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Leon.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Mercedes-Benz C 2006 Seat Leon
Make Mercedes-Benz Seat
Model C Leon
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2148 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 149 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 224 km/hour 216 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.1 seconds 7.8 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1334 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.1 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 55 L


 

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