2008 Toyota Camry vs. 2006 Seat Leon

To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 92 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.

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 Toyota Camry (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Leon. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Leon.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Toyota Camry 2006 Seat Leon
Make Toyota Seat
Model Camry Leon
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3311 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1352 kg 1260 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 7.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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