1995 Peugeot 406 vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 139 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Seat Leon (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Peugeot 406 | 2010 Seat Leon | |
Make | Peugeot | Seat |
Model | 406 | Leon |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |