2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Leon would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 8 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (228 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Sonata | 2002 Seat Leon | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | Sonata | Leon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 7.7 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 | 1318 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |