2009 Ford F-250 vs. 2004 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Leon would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2004 Seat Leon. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Leon weights approximately 244 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Because 2009 Ford F-250 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 F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Leon. (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-250 | 2004 Seat Leon | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | F-250 | Leon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5399 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 55 L |