2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 4 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 383 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Captiva | Leon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1462 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |