2002 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Seat Leon

To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mustang weights approximately 126 kg more than 2007 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ford Mustang 2007 Seat Leon
Make Ford Seat
Model Mustang Leon
Year Released 2002 2007
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4601 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 390 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 529 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90.2 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1482 kg 1356 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 55 L