2006 Kia Sedona vs. 2001 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Kia Sedona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Leon would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Seat Leon. (207 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sedona weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon 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, 2006 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sedona | 2001 Seat Leon | |
Make | Kia | Seat |
Model | Sedona | Leon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |