2005 Seat Leon vs. 1998 Volvo V40
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo V40 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 50 more horse power than 1998 Volvo V40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 136 kg more than 1998 Volvo V40. 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo V40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Leon | 1998 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Leon | V40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
