2009 Seat Leon vs. 1998 Saturn SC
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saturn SC would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1998 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 611 kg more than 1998 Saturn SC. 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saturn SC. 1998 Saturn SC has automatic transmission and 2009 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2009 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Seat Leon | 1998 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Seat | Saturn |
| Model | Leon | SC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
