2002 Dodge Neon vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Neon. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Neon.
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, 2010 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Neon | 2010 Seat Leon | |
Make | Dodge | Seat |
Model | Neon | Leon |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |