2005 Seat Leon vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Leon would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 12 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Leon | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Seat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Leon | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
