2007 Seat Leon vs. 1995 Xedos 6
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 65 kg more than 1995 Xedos 6.
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, 2007 Seat Leon (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Xedos 6. 1995 Xedos 6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2007 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Leon | 1995 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Seat | Xedos |
| Model | Leon | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
