2002 Seat Leon vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Leon would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Seat Leon. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 257 kg more than 2002 Seat Leon. 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 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Seat Leon | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Leon | Passat |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |