2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2004 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Leon would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Seat Leon. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Leon weights approximately 266 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Leon. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 2004 Seat Leon | |
Make | Lotus | Seat |
Model | Elise | Leon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |