2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2001 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Leon would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Leon (207 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Leon weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 2001 Seat Leon | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Grande Punto | Leon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |