2001 Seat Leon vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Leon would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Thalia (104 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Seat Leon. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Leon weights approximately 135 kg more than 2010 Renault Thalia.
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, 2010 Renault Thalia (148 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Leon. (130 Nm). This means 2010 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Leon. 2010 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 2001 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2001 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Leon | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Seat | Renault |
| Model | Leon | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2473 mm |
