2008 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Leon would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 99 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. 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, 2006 Seat Leon (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2006 Seat Leon | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Focus | Leon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |