2002 Seat Leon vs. 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Seat Leon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1540 kg more than 2002 Seat Leon.
Because 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Seat Leon | 1999 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Leon | Mega Cruiser |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 108 L |