2006 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 6 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 65 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1373 kg more than 2000 Seat Leon.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. 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, 2000 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2000 Seat Leon | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Focus | Leon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1483 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |