1995 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 16 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 244 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. 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, 2011 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 2011 Seat Leon | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Escort | Leon |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |