2005 Seat Leon vs. 2001 SsangYong Korando

To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Korando.

Because 2001 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Korando 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Korando.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Seat Leon 2001 SsangYong Korando
Make Seat SsangYong
Model Leon Korando
Year Released 2005 2001
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1895 cc 2295 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 90.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 88.4 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 70 L


 

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