2006 Seat Leon vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Seat Leon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 344 kg more than 2006 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Seat Leon (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Leon | 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Leon | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1640 kg |
