2000 Seat Leon vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 12 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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, 2012 Honda CR-V (350 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Leon. (320 Nm). This means 2012 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Leon. 2012 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. 2012 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Leon | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Seat | Honda |
| Model | Leon | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| 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 |
