2008 Seat Leon vs. 1997 Suzuki C2
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Suzuki C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Suzuki C2 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Suzuki C2 (251 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Seat Leon. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki C2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 486 kg more than 1997 Suzuki C2.
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, 1997 Suzuki C2 (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Leon. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Suzuki C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Leon | 1997 Suzuki C2 | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Leon | C2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2240 mm |
