2005 Seat Leon vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Toledo (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 19 kg more than 1999 Seat Toledo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Leon | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Leon | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1239 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
