2005 Seat Leon vs. 2010 Ford F-350

To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 410 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.

Because 2010 Ford F-350 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 2010 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Seat Leon 2010 Ford F-350
Make Seat Ford
Model Leon F-350
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1895 cc 5400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 495 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.5:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1376 kg 966 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 5770 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 3490 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 144 L


 

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