1998 Toyota Sienna vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (189 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 371 kg more than 2010 Seat Leon.
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, 2010 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Sienna. 1998 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2010 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2010 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Sienna | 2010 Seat Leon | |
Make | Toyota | Seat |
Model | Sienna | Leon |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |