2001 Kia Sportage vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 123 kg more than 2009 Seat Leon.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Sportage | 2009 Seat Leon | |
Make | Kia | Seat |
Model | Sportage | Leon |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |