1999 Pontiac Salsa 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 Pontiac Salsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Salsa would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Salsa (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Salsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Salsa.
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, 1999 Pontiac Salsa (203 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (148 Nm). This means 1999 Pontiac Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Salsa | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Pontiac | Seat |
| Model | Salsa | Leon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1220 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
