2005 Seat Leon vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Leon would be higher. At 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 1207 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon. 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, 2010 Ford Edge (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon. 2010 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Leon | 2010 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Seat | Ford |
| Model | Leon | Edge |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 2583 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 Tank Capacity | 55 L | 132 L |
