2005 Seat Leon vs. 1998 Zagato Zuma
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Zagato Zuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Zagato Zuma would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Zagato Zuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Zagato Zuma (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Zagato Zuma should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 96 kg more than 1998 Zagato Zuma.
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, 1998 Zagato Zuma (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (130 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Zagato Zuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Leon | 1998 Zagato Zuma | |
| Make | Seat | Zagato |
| Model | Leon | Zuma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
