1996 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 169 kg more than 2007 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Magna | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Magna | Leon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
