2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo 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 110 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 33 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2007 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (183 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Mondeo | Leon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 6.4 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 | 1357 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
