1997 Daihatsu Move vs. 2004 Seat Leon
To start off, 2004 Seat Leon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Move. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Move would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Leon (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Leon weights approximately 395 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Move. 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, 2004 Seat Leon (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Move | 2004 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Move | Leon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
