1999 Chevrolet Metro vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Metro would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. (53 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Leon weights approximately 756 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. 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, 2010 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Metro | 2010 Seat Leon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Metro | Leon |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |