2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 626 kg more than 2012 Seat Leon.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota 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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Leon. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Leon. 2009 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 2012 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2012 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 2012 Seat Leon | |
Make | Dodge | Seat |
Model | Dakota | Leon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |