2005 Seat Leon vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 292 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Omega 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 1999 Vauxhall Omega. 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 (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. 1999 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Leon | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
Model | Leon | Omega |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |