2005 Seat Leon vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Salsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Salsa would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Salsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 348 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa 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 Salsa (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon. 2000 Seat Salsa has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Seat Salsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Leon | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Leon | Salsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
