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 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (129 HP @ 6000 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 45 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 (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (170 Nm @ 4200 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 | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 10.3 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 | 1177 kg | 1222 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |