2009 Mazda 5 vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2012 Seat Leon.
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, 2012 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 5 | 2012 Seat Leon | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | 5 | Leon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |