2009 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2011 Seat Leon. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 4 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2009 Toyota 4Runner is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota 4Runner. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Leon. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Leon. 2009 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2011 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2011 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Toyota 4Runner | 2011 Seat Leon | |
Make | Toyota | Seat |
Model | 4Runner | Leon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |