1988 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac 6000 (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Seat Leon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2006 Seat Leon. 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, 2006 Seat Leon (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac 6000. 1988 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 2006 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2006 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac 6000 | 2006 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Pontiac | Seat |
| Model | 6000 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
