2005 Citroen Saxo vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Citroen Saxo is newer by 5 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 496 kg more than 2005 Citroen Saxo. 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 2005 Citroen Saxo. 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Saxo | 2000 Seat Leon | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Saxo | Leon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1301 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |