2012 Seat Leon vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Seat Leon would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Leon weights approximately 13 kg more than 2013 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, 2012 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Seat Leon | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Seat | Ford |
| Model | Leon | Focus |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
