1995 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Seat Leon. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 230 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort.
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, 1995 Ford Escort (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Leon. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 2008 Seat Leon | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Escort | Leon |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |