1996 Honda S-MX vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Seat Leon. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 125 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.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Leon. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda S-MX | 2008 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | S-MX | Leon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
