2011 Seat Leon vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Seat Leon would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 259 kg more than 2013 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, 2011 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Seat Leon | 2013 Kia RIO | |
Make | Seat | Kia |
Model | Leon | RIO |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4045 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |