2001 Kia Pride Wagon vs. 2005 Seat Leon

To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Pride Wagon would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 556 kg more than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Kia Pride Wagon 2005 Seat Leon
Make Kia Seat
Model Pride Wagon Leon
Year Released 2001 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1323 cc 1895 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 63 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 1376 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2520 mm


 

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