1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2004 Seat Leon
To start off, 2004 Seat Leon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen ZX would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen ZX (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Seat Leon. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Leon weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 Citroen ZX.
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, 1996 Citroen ZX (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Leon. (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen ZX | 2004 Seat Leon | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | ZX | Leon |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |