2005 Seat Leon vs. 2010 Kia Rio

To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Leon would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 40 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio.

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 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (130 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Seat Leon 2010 Kia Rio
Make Seat Kia
Model Leon Rio
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1390 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 130 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1146 kg 1106 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4026 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2499 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 45 L


 

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