2009 Ford F-450 vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Ford F-450 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon.
Because 2009 Ford F-450 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-450. 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 F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-450 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | F-450 | Leon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6400 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 55 L |