1997 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Lantra (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 51 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Lantra.
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, 2005 Seat Leon (130 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Hyundai Lantra | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | Lantra | Leon |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |