2006 Smart Roadster vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 385 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Smart Roadster 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 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart Roadster | 2011 Seat Leon | |
Make | Smart | Seat |
Model | Roadster | Leon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |