2010 Seat Leon vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Seat Leon would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2010 Seat Leon. (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Leon weights approximately 14 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Leon. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Seat Leon | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Seat | Porsche |
Model | Leon | Boxter |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 279 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1281 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2475 mm |