2000 Ford Artic vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Artic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Artic would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Artic weights approximately 38 kg more than 2006 Seat Leon.
Because 2000 Ford Artic is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Artic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ford Artic (325 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Leon. (200 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Artic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Artic | 2006 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Artic | Leon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
