2007 Seat Alhambra vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 418 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Alhambra | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Alhambra | Leon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |