2009 Seat Leon vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 344 kg more than 1996 Seat Cordoba. 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, 2009 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Seat Leon | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Leon | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
