2009 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 2 kg more than 2007 Seat Leon.
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, 2009 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Focus | Leon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2522 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |