2007 Seat Leon vs. 2007 Hyundai Matrix
To start off, both 2007 Seat Leon and 2007 Hyundai Matrix were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (237 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 17 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. 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, 2007 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. 2007 Hyundai Matrix has automatic transmission and 2007 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2007 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Matrix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Seat Leon | 2007 Hyundai Matrix | |
Make | Seat | Hyundai |
Model | Leon | Matrix |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |