2000 Seat Leon vs. 2001 Subaru WX 01
To start off, 2001 Subaru WX 01 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Leon would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru WX 01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru WX 01 (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru WX 01 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru WX 01 weights approximately 209 kg more than 2000 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2000 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru WX 01. (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru WX 01. 2001 Subaru WX 01 has automatic transmission and 2000 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2000 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Subaru WX 01 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Seat Leon | 2001 Subaru WX 01 | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | Leon | WX 01 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1301 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |