2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 460 kg more than 2004 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Stilo | Leon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 62 L |
