1997 Daihatsu Move vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 9 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 445 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, 2006 Seat Leon (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Move | Leon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
