2006 Seat Leon vs. 2012 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2012 Dodge Caliber is newer by 6 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Seat Leon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 70 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, 2006 Seat Leon (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Seat Leon | 2012 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Seat | Dodge |
Model | Leon | Caliber |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1366 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 Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |