2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2001 Seat Leon
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 3 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Seat Leon. (207 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 699 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 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (332 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Leon. (270 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2001 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Seat |
| Model | Town & Country | Leon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2049 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
