2009 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Saab 05-Sep 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 05-Sep (256 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 339 kg more than 2005 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, 2009 Saab 05-Sep (258 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saab 05-Sep | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Saab | Seat |
| Model | 05-Sep | Leon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1239 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
