2005 Kia Carens vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carens 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 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 177 kg more than 2012 Seat Leon.
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, 2012 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Carens | 2012 Seat Leon | |
Make | Kia | Seat |
Model | Carens | Leon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |