2005 Seat Leon vs. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,859 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 136 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado.
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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Leon | 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Leon | Corrado |
Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |