2000 GMC Sonoma 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 GMC Sonoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Sonoma would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Seat Leon. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 265 kg more than 2006 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sonoma will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Sonoma (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Leon. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sonoma | 2006 Seat Leon | |
| Make | GMC | Seat |
| Model | Sonoma | Leon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
