2005 Seat Leon vs. 2000 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 661 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon. 2000 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Leon | 2000 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Seat | SsangYong |
| Model | Leon | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1239 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
