1999 Renault Avantime 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 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Avantime (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Avantime weights approximately 429 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon. 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, 1999 Renault Avantime (255 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (130 Nm). This means 1999 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Avantime | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Avantime | Leon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1146 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
