2002 Seat Leon vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Leon would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (222 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Seat Leon. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 179 kg more than 2002 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford E-Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Leon. 2013 Ford E-Series has automatic transmission and 2002 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2002 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford E-Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Seat Leon | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Seat | Ford |
Model | Leon | E-Series |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.38:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 25 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1396 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 150 L |