2000 Seat Leon vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 11 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-V weights approximately 247 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.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon 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 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-V. 2011 Honda CR-V 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. 2011 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Seat Leon | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Seat | Honda |
Model | Leon | CR-V |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1301 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |