2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 53 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 487 kg more than 2000 Seat Leon.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2000 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | Viano | Leon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
