2005 Seat Leon vs. 1998 Suzuki X90
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki X90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki X90 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki X90. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki X90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 272 kg more than 1998 Suzuki X90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki X90 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki X90. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki X90.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Leon | 1998 Suzuki X90 | |
Make | Seat | Suzuki |
Model | Leon | X90 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2210 mm |