1988 Saab 9000 vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Saab 9000. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1988 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 51 kg more than 1988 Saab 9000. 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, 2007 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Saab 9000 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Saab | Seat |
Model | 9000 | Leon |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |