2008 Mazda B4000 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Mazda B4000 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 44 kg more than 2008 Mazda B4000.
Because 2008 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 will offer significantly more control. 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 B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda B4000 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | B4000 | Leon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4034 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
