2009 Seat Leon vs. 2010 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Avenger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Seat Leon would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Avenger (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Seat Leon. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Avenger should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 284 kg more than 2009 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, 2010 Dodge Avenger (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Leon. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Leon. 2010 Dodge Avenger has automatic transmission and 2009 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2009 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Seat Leon | 2010 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Seat | Dodge |
| Model | Leon | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 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 | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1496 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
