2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Leon would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 133 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Dodge | Seat |
Model | Dakota | Leon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1558 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 Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |