2008 Lotus Elise vs. 2001 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Lotus Elise is newer by 7 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Leon (207 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2008 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Leon weights approximately 469 kg more than 2008 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon 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, 2001 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lotus Elise | 2001 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Lotus | Seat |
| Model | Elise | Leon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 881 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 55 L |
