2000 Seat Leon vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 13 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 454 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 2013 Toyota Venza. 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Leon. 2013 Toyota Venza 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. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Leon | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Leon | Venza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1301 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
