1997 Renault Twingo vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1997 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 482 kg more than 1997 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, 2005 Seat Leon (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Renault Twingo | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Twingo | Leon |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1147 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |