2009 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio 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 72 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rio | 2006 Seat Leon | |
Make | Kia | Seat |
Model | Rio | Leon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |