2006 Seat Leon vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 3 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Seat Leon (270 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (172 Nm). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Seat Leon | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Leon | Jetta |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 172 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |