2001 Seat Leon vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2001 Seat Leon. (207 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1080 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.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Leon. 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Seat Leon 2013 Toyota Tundra
Make Seat Toyota
Model Leon Tundra
Year Released 2001 2013
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 207 HP 376 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 544 Nm
Torque RPM 2100 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 102 mm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 2430 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 6290 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1925 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 4180 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.5 L/100km 11 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 15.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 100 L


 

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