2006 Seat Leon vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Leon would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2006 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1454 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 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 2013 Toyota Sequoia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Leon. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Leon.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Seat Leon 2013 Toyota Sequoia
Make Seat Toyota
Model Leon Sequoia
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 376 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 544 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 102 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1260 kg 2714 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1955 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 3100 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 100 L


 

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