2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Seat Leon

To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 48 kg more than 2009 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2009 Seat Leon (320 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (250 Nm). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 2009 Seat Leon
Make Hyundai Seat
Model Santa Fe Leon
Year Released 2005 2009
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2655 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 170 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 320 Nm
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 81.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 18.5:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1704 kg 1656 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 5.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 55 L


 

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