1993 Subaru Leone vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Leone would be higher. Both 1993 Subaru Leone and 2006 Volkswagen Jetta are equipped with a 1,595 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 132 kg more than 1993 Subaru Leone. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (148 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Subaru Leone | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Leone | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
