2006 Seat Leon vs. 2011 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Leon would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Caliber (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 148 kg more than 2006 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Dodge Caliber (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Leon. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Leon | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Seat | Dodge |
| Model | Leon | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
