2005 Seat Leon vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 159 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon. 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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Leon | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Seat | Hyundai |
Model | Leon | i30 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |