2001 Seat Leon vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2003 Volvo V70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Leon would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Leon (207 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Seat Leon.
Because 2001 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Leon | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Leon | V70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
