2004 Acura MDX vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Leon would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2002 Seat Leon. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 623 kg more than 2002 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Leon. (235 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura MDX | 2002 Seat Leon | |
Make | Acura | Seat |
Model | MDX | Leon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 235 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1396 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 62 L |