2001 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 551 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2011 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (125 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Seat Leon | |
Make | Volkswagen | Seat |
Model | Golf | Leon |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |