2004 Seat Leon vs. 1997 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Seat Leon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Celica (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Seat Leon. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Leon weights approximately 125 kg more than 1997 Toyota Celica.
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, 1997 Toyota Celica (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Leon. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Leon | 1997 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Leon | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
