1996 Porsche 993 vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2011 Seat Leon. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2011 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 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 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Leon. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Porsche 993 | 2011 Seat Leon | |
Make | Porsche | Seat |
Model | 993 | Leon |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2580 mm |