2008 Honda FR-V vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda FR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 279 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 (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda FR-V | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | FR-V | Leon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1239 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
