1998 Honda CRX vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Honda CRX. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 259 kg more than 1998 Honda CRX. 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, 2007 Seat Leon (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CRX. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda CRX | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | CRX | Leon |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |