2009 Seat Leon vs. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 358 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco 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. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Seat Leon | 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Leon | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1404 mm |