2000 Seat Leon vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 13 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 526 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.
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, 2013 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Leon | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Seat | Infiniti |
| Model | Leon | M |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1301 kg | 1827 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |
