2005 Fiat Idea vs. 2005 Seat Leon

To start off, both 2005 Fiat Idea and 2005 Seat Leon were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 132 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 408 kg more than 2005 Fiat Idea. 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 2005 Fiat Idea. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Idea.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Idea 2005 Seat Leon
Make Fiat Seat
Model Idea Leon
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1248 cc 2790 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 69 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 69.6 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 90.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 159 km/hour 235 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 15.4 seconds 7.3 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 1558 kg
Vehicle Length 3940 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.1 L/100km 10.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 62 L


 

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