2003 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2008 Seat Leon

To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu YRV would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 370 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2008 Seat Leon (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Daihatsu YRV 2008 Seat Leon
Make Daihatsu Seat
Model YRV Leon
Year Released 2003 2008
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1298 cc 1983 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 85 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.7 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 11.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1260 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.8 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 36 L 55 L