2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Leon would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Panda | Leon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |