1999 Seat Toledo vs. 2001 Seat Leon
To start off, 2001 Seat Leon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Leon (207 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Leon weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon 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, 2001 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Seat Toledo | 2001 Seat Leon | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Toledo | Leon |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2324 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |