2000 Seat Leon vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 11 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 540 kg more than 2000 Seat Leon. 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 2011 Lexus LS. 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, 2011 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Leon. 2011 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2000 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2000 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Leon | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Seat | Lexus |
| Model | Leon | LS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 84 L |
