2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Accent is newer by 3 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 266 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent. 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 2003 Hyundai Accent. 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, 2000 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Accent | 2000 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Accent | Leon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
