2002 Hyundai XG vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai XG. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai XG would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai XG is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai XG. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai XG. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai XG weights approximately 98 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon.
Because 2005 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai XG. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai XG. (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai XG. 2002 Hyundai XG has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Hyundai XG will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai XG | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | XG | Leon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
