2000 Seat Leon vs. 2002 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2002 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Leon would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Camry (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Camry weights approximately 159 kg more than 2000 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Camry. (279 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Camry. 2002 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2000 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2000 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Leon | 2002 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Leon | Camry |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1301 kg | 1460 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
