2004 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 279 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2004 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, 2008 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Terios | 2008 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Terios | Leon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 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 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
