2009 Mazda 2 vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 is newer by 9 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 99 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 2. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 523 kg more than 2009 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 2. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 2. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 2 | 2000 Seat Leon | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | 2 | Leon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1483 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |