2001 Mitsubishi Dion vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Dion would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Leon weights approximately 16 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Dion. 2001 Mitsubishi Dion has automatic transmission and 2002 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2002 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mitsubishi Dion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Dion | 2002 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Dion | Leon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
