2002 Seat Leon vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 11 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 1,998 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (287 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2002 Seat Leon. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 285 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.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Leon | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Seat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Leon | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4495 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
