1999 Seat Toledo vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 8 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (90 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 93 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Toledo | Leon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
