2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 239 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.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2000 Seat Leon | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
Model | Eclipse | Leon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1301 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |