2004 Renault Megane vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Leon weights approximately 219 kg more than 2004 Renault Megane. 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, 2010 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Megane | 2010 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Megane | Leon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
