2004 Lada 2123 vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2004 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Leon weights approximately 9 kg more than 2004 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lada 2123 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, 2012 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada 2123. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lada 2123 | 2012 Seat Leon | |
Make | Lada | Seat |
Model | 2123 | Leon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |