1999 Opel Meriva 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 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 92 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 Opel Meriva. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 2000 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Meriva | Leon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
