2000 Seat Leon vs. 2003 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2003 TVR Tuscan is newer by 3 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 3,603 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 101 kg more than 2003 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 TVR Tuscan. 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, 2003 TVR Tuscan (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Seat Leon | 2003 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Seat | TVR |
Model | Leon | Tuscan |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1301 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |