1999 Seat Formula vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Formula. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Formula would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Formula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Formula (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 456 kg more than 1999 Seat Formula.
Because 1999 Seat Formula is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula 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, 2007 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Formula. (301 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Formula.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Formula | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Formula | Leon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
