1998 Ford Maverick vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Seat Leon. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Leon.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Leon. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 2008 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Maverick | Leon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
