2001 Mini One vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mini One would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2001 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2001 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Leon weights approximately 294 kg more than 2001 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mini One | 2010 Seat Leon | |
Make | Mini | Seat |
Model | One | Leon |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |