2007 Seat Leon vs. 2005 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (237 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Swift. 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, 2007 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Leon | 2005 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Leon | Swift |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
