2001 Seat Leon vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Leon would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Seat Leon. (207 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 765 kg more than 2001 Seat Leon. 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 2013 Toyota Sienna. 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Leon. 2013 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2001 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2001 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Leon | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Leon | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
