2006 Fiat Strada vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Strada weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Seat Leon.
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 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Strada | 2008 Seat Leon | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Strada | Leon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |