1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 209 kg more than 2000 Seat Leon.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | 2000 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Space Wagon | Leon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2520 mm |
