2009 Seat Leon vs. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 520 kg more than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Seat Leon (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion has automatic transmission and 2009 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2009 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Seat Leon | 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion | |
| Make | Seat | Smart |
| Model | Leon | Cabrio Passion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 33 L |
