2008 Seat Leon vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Seat Leon 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 89 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 400 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. 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 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Leon | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Seat | Fiat |
Model | Leon | Panda |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 14 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 | 1260 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |