2008 Seat Leon vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Seat Leon would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (281 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Seat Leon. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 540 kg more than 2008 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Leon. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Leon | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Seat | Jeep |
| Model | Leon | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
