2006 Seat Leon vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Leon would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
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 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Seat Leon | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Seat | Suzuki |
Model | Leon | SX4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |