2009 Seat Leon vs. 2002 Skoda Superb

To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Skoda Superb. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Skoda Superb 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 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Superb. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Superb weights approximately 106 kg more than 2009 Seat Leon.

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 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Superb. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Superb.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Seat Leon 2002 Skoda Superb
Make Seat Skoda
Model Leon Superb
Year Released 2009 2002
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1982 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1334 kg 1440 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 62 L