1995 Renault Laguna vs. 2005 Seat Leon

To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 151 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna. 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Renault Laguna 2005 Seat Leon
Make Renault Seat
Model Laguna Leon
Year Released 1995 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1783 cc 1895 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 95 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 142 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1225 kg 1376 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 55 L


 

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