1998 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2001 Seat Leon
To start off, 2001 Seat Leon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Leon (207 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Seat Leon.
Because 2001 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | 2001 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Magna | Leon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
