2002 Seat Leon vs. 2012 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 10 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2002 Seat Leon. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 728 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, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Leon. 2012 Volkswagen Routan has automatic transmission and 2002 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2002 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Leon | 2012 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Leon | Routan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |
