1997 Mazda Xedos 9 vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Leon weights approximately 196 kg more than 1997 Mazda Xedos 9.
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, 2012 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mazda Xedos 9 | 2012 Seat Leon | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | Xedos 9 | Leon |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |