2008 Seat Leon vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (170 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Seat Leon. (84 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 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 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Leon. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Leon | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Leon | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1211 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |