2000 Caterham 7 vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Seat Leon. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 874 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 2008 Seat Leon | |
Make | Caterham | Seat |
Model | 7 | Leon |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2580 mm |