1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2007 Seat Leon.
Because 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | 300 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3198 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
