2004 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2011 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 945 kg more than 2011 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Leon. 2004 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 2011 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2011 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Sequoia | 2011 Seat Leon | |
Make | Toyota | Seat |
Model | Sequoia | Leon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |