2004 Opel Corsa vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (84 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Opel Corsa. 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 (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Corsa | 2008 Seat Leon | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Corsa | Leon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |