2011 Subaru Outback vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 295 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 2011 Subaru Outback 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, 2011 Subaru Outback 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, 2011 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Leon. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Outback | 2012 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Subaru | Seat |
| Model | Outback | Leon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 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 | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
