2006 Seat Leon vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Megane weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Seat Leon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 200 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Leon | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Seat | Renault |
| Model | Leon | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
