2002 Seat Leon vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Leon would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Seat Leon. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1096 kg more than 2002 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Leon. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2002 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2002 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Seat Leon | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Leon | Touareg |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |