2006 Seat Leon vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Leon would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 179 kg more than 2009 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, 2006 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Leon | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Seat | Hyundai |
| Model | Leon | i20 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 11.6 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 | 1334 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
