2000 Seat Leon vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Leon would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 287 kg more than 2000 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Leon. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2000 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2000 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Leon | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Seat | Hyundai |
| Model | Leon | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
