2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 173 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 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 (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Xsara | Leon |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1141 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |