1998 Honda S-MX 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 S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 42 kg more than 2007 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX 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, 2007 Seat Leon (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda S-MX | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | S-MX | Leon |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |