2008 Seat Leon vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Seat Leon. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 7 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta (165 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Leon. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Leon | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Leon | Jetta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |