2000 Seat Leon vs. 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace

To start off, 2000 Seat Leon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 232 kg more than 2000 Seat Leon.

Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon 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, 2000 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Seat Leon 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace
Make Seat Toyota
Model Leon Hi-Ace
Year Released 2000 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2791 cc 2446 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 201 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1483 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1960 mm


 

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