2007 Kia Magentis vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Magentis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Kia Magentis. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Magentis weights approximately 154 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Magentis. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Magentis | 2011 Seat Leon | |
Make | Kia | Seat |
Model | Magentis | Leon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |