2011 Seat Leon vs. 2010 Fiat Linea
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat Linea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat Linea would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Linea. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Linea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 149 kg more than 2010 Fiat Linea. 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 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Linea. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Linea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Seat Leon | 2010 Fiat Linea | |
| Make | Seat | Fiat |
| Model | Leon | Linea |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
