2007 Seat Ibiza vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Ibiza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Leon would be higher. Both 2007 Seat Ibiza and 2002 Seat Leon are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Seat Ibiza. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Leon weights approximately 156 kg more than 2007 Seat Ibiza. 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, 2002 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Ibiza. (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Ibiza | 2002 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Ibiza | Leon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 7.7 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 | 1154 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
