2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Leon weights approximately 38 kg more than 2001 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2012 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Stilo | 2012 Seat Leon | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Stilo | Leon |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |