1997 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2006 Seat Leon. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 184 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 911 | 2006 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 911 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 537 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
