2004 Ginetta G34 vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2004 Ginetta G34 is newer by 4 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), 2004 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 491 kg more than 2004 Ginetta G34.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ginetta G34. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ginetta G34 | 2000 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Ginetta | Seat |
| Model | G34 | Leon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | 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 | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1460 mm |
