2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Leon would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1271 kg more than 2000 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2000 Seat Leon | |
Make | Land Rover | Seat |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Leon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1301 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |