2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 197 kg more than 2000 Seat Leon.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2000 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2000 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2000 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2000 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | C | Leon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.2 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
