2006 Seat Ibiza vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Ibiza 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. Both 2006 Seat Ibiza and 2005 Seat Leon are equipped with a 1,390 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Ibiza (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 97 kg more than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (130 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Ibiza. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Seat Ibiza | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Ibiza | Leon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1049 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |