1998 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Leon weights approximately 152 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 2002 Seat Leon | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Focus | Leon |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1396 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |