2012 Seat Leon vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Suzuki SX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Suzuki SX4 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (133 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2012 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 Suzuki SX4 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Leon. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Seat Leon | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Seat | Suzuki |
Model | Leon | SX4 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 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 | 1334 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |