2001 Oldsmobile O4 vs. 2000 Seat Leon

To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 is newer by 1 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile O4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 (187 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile O4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile O4 weights approximately 199 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 2001 Oldsmobile O4. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile O4. (255 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile O4.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Oldsmobile O4 2000 Seat Leon
Make Oldsmobile Seat
Model O4 Leon
Year Released 2001 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 187 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 255 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1301 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2520 mm


 

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