2003 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 124 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2011 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2011 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Pajero | Leon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
