1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Seat Leon. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 610 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Leon. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 2008 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Explorer | Leon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
