2005 Seat Leon vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 7 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 84 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i20. 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, 2005 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20. 2012 Hyundai i20 has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Leon | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Seat | Hyundai |
Model | Leon | i20 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1239 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |