2000 Pininfarina Rossa vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pininfarina Rossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pininfarina Rossa would be higher. At 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (485 HP) has 347 more horse power than 2009 Seat Leon. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Leon.
Because 2000 Pininfarina Rossa 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 Pininfarina Rossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Pininfarina Rossa (570 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Leon. (320 Nm). This means 2000 Pininfarina Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pininfarina Rossa | 2009 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Pininfarina | Seat |
| Model | Rossa | Leon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5472 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
