Seat Leon 2017 vs Mercedes C class 2013
| Gearbox: | Manual | Automatic | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.1 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 184 HP | 204 HP | |
| Torque: | 380 NM | 500 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.8 seconds | 6.9 seconds | |
|
Mercedes C class is a more dynamic driving. Seat Leon engine produces 20 HP less power than Mercedes C class, whereas torque is 120 NM less than Mercedes C class. Due to the lower power, Seat Leon reaches 100 km/h speed 0.9 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.6 | 4.5 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.1 l/100km | 6.8 l/100km | |
|
The Seat Leon is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification Seat Leon consumes 0.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes C class, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Seat Leon could require 15 litres more fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Seat Leon consumes 0.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes C class. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 66 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1080 km in combined cycle | 1460 km in combined cycle | |
| 1190 km on highway | 1690 km on highway | ||
| 810 km with real consumption | 970 km with real consumption | ||
| Mercedes C class gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Seat Leon) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Mercedes C class) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
| Mercedes C klase 2013 2.1 engine: The engine has a long service life if it is serviced on time and has reasonable fuel consumption. The most common problems are caused by the engine chain tensioner and the fuel delivery system. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.55 m | 4.70 m | |
| Width: | 1.82 m | 1.81 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.46 m | |
| Seat Leon is 15 cm shorter than the Mercedes C class, width is practically the same , while the height of Seat Leon is 2 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 587 litres | 490 litres | |
|
Seat Leon has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, Seat Leon has 97 litres more trunk space than the Mercedes C class. The Mercedes C class may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.2 meters | 11.2 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Seat Leon is 1 metres less than that of the Mercedes C class, which means Seat Leon can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`340 | 2`235 | |
| Safety: | |||
| The Seat Leon scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | below average | high | |
| Mercedes C class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Seat Leon has serious deffects in 135 percent more cases than Mercedes C class, so Mercedes C class quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 14 800 | 15 200 | |
| Pros and Cons: |
Seat Leon has
|
Mercedes C klase has
| |