2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Leon weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 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, 2010 Seat Leon (300 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Accent | 2010 Seat Leon | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | Accent | Leon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1034 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |