2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Leon would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 536 kg more than 2000 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2000 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Dakota | Leon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
