2009 Seat Leon vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 371 kg more than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2004 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 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, 2009 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota RAV4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Seat Leon | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Leon | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |