2004 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 28 kg more than 2009 Seat Leon.
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, 2004 Ford Focus (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Leon. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2009 Seat Leon | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Focus | Leon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 7.3 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 | 1362 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |