1999 Peugeot 806 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 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 806. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon.
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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 806. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Peugeot 806 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 806 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
