1998 Renault Megane 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 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Renault Megane. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 81 kg more than 1998 Renault Megane. 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 Renault Megane. 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 (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Megane. (196 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Megane | 2000 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Megane | Leon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
