2005 Seat Leon vs. 1997 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 594 kg more than 1997 Westfield ZEI.
Because 1997 Westfield ZEI is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Leon | 1997 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Seat | Westfield |
Model | Leon | ZEI |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |