2009 Lexus LS vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Seat Leon would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (280 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Seat Leon. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 502 kg more than 2008 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lexus LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Lexus LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Leon. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LS | 2008 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Lexus | Seat |
| Model | LS | Leon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 55 L |
