1999 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 19 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon.
Because 1999 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Wrangler | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Jeep | Seat |
| Model | Wrangler | Leon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2463 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
