2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2011 Seat Leon. (238 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 136 kg more than 2011 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Leon. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Seat Leon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Corvette | Leon |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |