2009 Seat Ibiza vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza 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. Both 2009 Seat Ibiza and 2005 Seat Leon are equipped with a 1,895 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 161 kg more than 2009 Seat Ibiza.
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 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Seat Ibiza | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Ibiza | Leon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 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 | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |