1999 Hyundai Pony vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Leon weights approximately 466 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Hyundai Pony. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Pony. (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Hyundai Pony | 2002 Seat Leon | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | Pony | Leon |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1396 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |