2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 42 kg more than 2001 Fiat Doblo. 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, 2007 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Doblo | Leon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
