2001 Seat Leon vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Leon would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Leon (207 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 392 kg more than 2001 Seat Leon.
Because 2001 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Seat Leon | 2012 Lexus IS | |
Make | Seat | Lexus |
Model | Leon | IS |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4633 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |