2006 Seat Leon vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2006 Seat Leon. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 970 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 Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Leon. 2013 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2006 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2006 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Seat Leon 2013 Toyota Tundra
Make Seat Toyota
Model Leon Tundra
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
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 182 HP 376 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 544 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Flex Fuel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1334 kg 2304 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 5329 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1935 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 3220 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 100 L


 

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