2007 Seat Leon vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (197 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 258 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Leon | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Leon | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
