2006 Seat Leon vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 229 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (139 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Leon | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Leon | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
