2008 Ford F-350 vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Leon would be higher. At 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 208 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
Because 2008 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 2008 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | F-350 | Leon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6802 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 55 L |
