2005 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 314 kg more than 2000 Seat Leon. 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 Mitsubishi Galant. 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 Mitsubishi Galant (339 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Leon. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Galant | 2000 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Galant | Leon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
