1998 Ford Maverick vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 13 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, 2011 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 2011 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Maverick | Leon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
