2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2005 Seat Leon

To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 201 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.

Because 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2005 Seat Leon
Make Mazda Seat
Model MX-5 Miata Leon
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 1895 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 158 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 189 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 194 km/hour 215 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.9 seconds 11.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1175 kg 1376 kg
Vehicle Length 4030 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.9 L/100km 5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 55 L