1996 Ford Galaxy vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 464 kg more than 2009 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, 1996 Ford Galaxy (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Leon. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Galaxy | 2009 Seat Leon | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Galaxy | Leon |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |