1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 282 kg more than 2007 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon. 1995 Dodge Dakota 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. 1995 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Dodge | Seat |
Model | Dakota | Leon |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |