2000 Honda NSX vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2002 Seat Leon. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda NSX weights approximately 60 kg more than 2002 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda NSX 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 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda NSX | 2002 Seat Leon | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | NSX | Leon |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |