1998 Daihatsu Terios 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 Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 210 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2011 Seat Leon (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Terios | 2011 Seat Leon | |
Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
Model | Terios | Leon |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |