1996 Pontiac Trans Sport 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 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 368 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2008 Seat Leon | |
Make | Pontiac | Seat |
Model | Trans Sport | Leon |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |