2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Leon would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Leon weights approximately 296 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 2002 Seat Leon | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Panda | Leon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1396 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 62 L |