2008 Volkswagen Fox vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Fox would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Leon weights approximately 248 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. 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, 2010 Seat Leon (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. (124 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Fox | 2010 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Seat |
| Model | Fox | Leon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1012 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
