2008 Fiat Idea vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Leon weights approximately 184 kg more than 2008 Fiat Idea. 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, 2010 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Idea. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Idea | 2010 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Idea | Leon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
