2008 Seat Leon vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (237 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 54 kg more than 2008 Seat Leon.
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, 2008 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Leon | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Leon | Toledo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |