User blog comment:PitchBlack696/Rangurotora/@comment-3124894-20101014183326/@comment-3039837-20101017204833

And also, the leviathen may be larger, but that does not neccaserily mean its stronger. Depending on elemental weaknesses and attack type, the Rathalos can be stronger than the larger Diablos. Also, smaller creatures are almost always faster, and can still technically have superior offence. Therefore, your arguement holds no ground as power is not confirmed.