2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (237 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 430 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. 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, 2008 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2008 Seat Leon | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Palio | Leon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |