2002 Dodge M80 vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge M80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge M80 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge M80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge M80 (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Seat Leon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge M80 should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 220 kg more than 2002 Dodge M80.
Because 2002 Dodge M80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge M80 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, 2009 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge M80. (319 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge M80.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge M80 | 2009 Seat Leon | |
Make | Dodge | Seat |
Model | M80 | Leon |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |