2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 2 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mazda 6 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 6 | Leon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 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 | 1374 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
