2001 Suzuki Ignis vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 278 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Ignis 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 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki Ignis | 2011 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Suzuki | Seat |
| Model | Ignis | Leon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1328 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |
