1994 Seat Ibiza vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1994 Seat Ibiza. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 345 kg more than 1994 Seat Ibiza. 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 Seat Leon (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Ibiza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Ibiza. 2006 Seat Leon has automatic transmission and 1994 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 1994 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Seat Leon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Seat Ibiza | 2006 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Ibiza | Leon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1042 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
