1997 Fiat Duna vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 404 kg more than 1997 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Fiat Duna | 2006 Seat Leon | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Duna | Leon |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |