2002 Panoz AIV vs. 2001 Seat Leon
To start off, 2002 Panoz AIV is newer by 1 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Seat Leon. (207 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Leon weights approximately 170 kg more than 2002 Panoz AIV.
Because 2001 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Panoz AIV. 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, 2002 Panoz AIV (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2002 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Panoz AIV | 2001 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Panoz | Seat |
| Model | AIV | Leon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |
