2010 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2012 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 335 kg more than 2012 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Leon. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Lancer | Leon |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4496 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1811 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
