1998 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Cuore would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 534 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. 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, 2011 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore. (65 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Cuore | 2011 Seat Leon | |
Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
Model | Cuore | Leon |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 55 L |