1994 Rover 600 vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 600 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1994 Rover 600. (130 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 600 weights approximately 15 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, 2012 Seat Leon (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 600. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Rover 600 | 2012 Seat Leon | |
Make | Rover | Seat |
Model | 600 | Leon |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |