1998 Rover 400 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 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400.
Because 2005 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Rover 400 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Rover | Seat |
Model | 400 | Leon |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |