1999 Peugeot 206 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 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 466 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Peugeot 206 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Peugeot | Seat |
Model | 206 | Leon |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |