2009 Seat Leon vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2009 Seat Leon (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Seat Leon | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Leon | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
