2008 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 3 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 161 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio. 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, 2005 Seat Leon (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Rio | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Kia | Seat |
Model | Rio | Leon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 11.2 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 | 1153 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |