2005 Porsche 996 vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (315 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 68 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche 996. 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 Porsche 996 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 996 | 2000 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 996 | Leon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
