1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2012 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 2012 Seat Leon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | S-10 | Leon |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2580 mm |