2008 Seat Leon vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 3 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Bravo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Seat Leon. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 115 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, 2011 Fiat Bravo (290 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Leon. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Leon | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Seat | Fiat |
Model | Leon | Bravo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 11.3 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 | 1320 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |