1996 Dodge Avenger vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (223 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Avenger. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Avenger. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Avenger | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Avenger | Leon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
