1999 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 195 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. 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, 2008 Seat Leon (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2008 Seat Leon | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Civic | Leon |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |