2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Seat Leon. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Leon. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 2008 Seat Leon | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Grande Punto | Leon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |