2005 Seat Leon vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 890 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.
Because 2005 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (433 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon. 2010 Ford F-150 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 F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Leon | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Seat | Ford |
| Model | Leon | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1462 kg | 2352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |
