2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 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. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 31 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6. 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 6 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | 6 | Leon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |