2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Leon would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 2002 Seat Leon. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 872 kg more than 2002 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon 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, 2004 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 2002 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Ram | Leon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2268 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |
