2008 Seat Leon vs. 2002 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Siena. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 270 kg more than 2002 Fiat Siena. 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, 2008 Seat Leon (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Siena. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Leon | 2002 Fiat Siena | |
Make | Seat | Fiat |
Model | Leon | Siena |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 78.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |