2005 Seat Leon vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix35. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix35.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Leon | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
Make | Seat | Hyundai |
Model | Leon | ix35 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 85.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11:01 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1376 kg | 1427 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |