1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 911 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 296 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 55 L |
