2003 Toyota Tundra vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 405 kg more than 2006 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra 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, 2006 Seat Leon (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Tundra. 2006 Seat Leon has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Tundra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Seat Leon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Toyota Tundra | 2006 Seat Leon | |
Make | Toyota | Seat |
Model | Tundra | Leon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3400 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2580 mm |