2002 Porsche 996 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 996 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 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, 2002 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Porsche 996 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Porsche | Seat |
Model | 996 | Leon |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |