1991 Saab 9000 vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Saab 9000. (185 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1991 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (278 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Saab 9000 | 2008 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Saab | Seat |
| Model | 9000 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
