2008 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Renault Vel Satis 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 559 kg more than 2000 Seat Leon.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Vel Satis | 2000 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Vel Satis | Leon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
