1997 Holden Commodore vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (237 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Commodore weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 Seat Leon.
Because 1997 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Leon. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Holden Commodore | 2008 Seat Leon | |
Make | Holden | Seat |
Model | Commodore | Leon |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2580 mm |