2000 Seat Leon vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 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 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 3. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 180 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3. 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 2013 Mazda 3. 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 (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Leon | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Seat | Mazda |
| Model | Leon | 3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
