2008 Seat Leon vs. 1996 Suzuki Esteem
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Esteem. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Esteem would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 580 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Seat Leon (148 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Esteem. (128 Nm). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Esteem.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Leon | 1996 Suzuki Esteem | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Leon | Esteem |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
