1996 Renault Twingo vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 499 kg more than 1996 Renault Twingo. 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, 2006 Seat Leon (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Twingo. 2006 Seat Leon has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Twingo has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Twingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Seat Leon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Twingo | 2006 Seat Leon | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Twingo | Leon |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |