1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Metro would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 385 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. 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, 2006 Seat Leon (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. 2006 Seat Leon has automatic transmission and 1998 Chevrolet Metro has manual transmission. 1998 Chevrolet Metro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Seat Leon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Metro | 2006 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Metro | Leon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
