2011 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, both 2011 Hyundai Sonata and 2011 Seat Leon were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Sonata (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. 2011 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 2011 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2011 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Hyundai Sonata | 2011 Seat Leon | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | Sonata | Leon |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4821 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2794 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |