2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Accent 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 70 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 380 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.
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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | Accent | Leon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 114 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 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |