2005 Mini Cooper vs. 2001 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 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 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Seat Leon. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mini Cooper weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 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, 2005 Mini Cooper (151 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Leon. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini Cooper | 2001 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mini | Seat |
| Model | Cooper | Leon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
