2000 Seat Leon vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Volvo V70 is newer by 4 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 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V70 weights approximately 177 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, 2004 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Leon. 2004 Volvo V70 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. 2004 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Seat Leon | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | Leon | V70 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2791 cc | 2520 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |