1994 Toyota Bandeirante vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. (97 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 530 kg more than 2007 Seat Leon.
Because 1994 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1994 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon. 2007 Seat Leon has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Seat Leon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Bandeirante | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Toyota | Seat |
| Model | Bandeirante | Leon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3661 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
