2002 Seat Leon vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Leon would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 134 kg more than 2002 Seat Leon.
Because 2002 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon 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 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S80. (221 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Leon | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Leon | S80 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1396 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
