2001 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 2004 Seat Leon
To start off, 2004 Seat Leon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2004 Seat Leon. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2004 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jaguar XJ220 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 2001 Jaguar XJ220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 928 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Leon. (149 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | 2004 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | XJ220 | Leon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 1077 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Top Speed | 354 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2230 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |
