2005 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (162 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 294 kg more than 2012 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Seat Leon (320 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (250 Nm). This means 2012 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Tacoma | 2012 Seat Leon | |
Make | Toyota | Seat |
Model | Tacoma | Leon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1649 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |