2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (237 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition 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 2009 Ford Expedition. 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (365 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2007 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2007 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Expedition | Leon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |