2002 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (223 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 35 kg more than 2002 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Megane | Leon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
