1995 Renault Laguna 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 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Seat Leon. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 Seat Leon. 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, 2008 Seat Leon (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Seat Leon | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Laguna | Leon |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 55 L |