1997 Ford Tracer vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Tracer would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (138 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1997 Ford Tracer. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 390 kg more than 1997 Ford Tracer. 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, 2011 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Tracer | 2011 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Tracer | Leon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1321 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
