1998 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 365 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 2000 Seat Leon | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Focus | Leon |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1483 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |