2008 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti 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 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 54 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. 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, 2011 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2011 Seat Leon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Lacetti | Leon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |