2010 Infiniti FX vs. 2006 Seat Leon

To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Leon would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2006 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti FX weights approximately 404 kg more than 2006 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Infiniti FX 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 2010 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Leon. (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Leon.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Infiniti FX 2006 Seat Leon
Make Infiniti Seat
Model FX Leon
Year Released 2010 2006
Body Type Crossover Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3496 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 303 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 355 Nm 321 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95.5 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1719 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 5.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 55 L


 

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