1996 Nissan Skyline vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 124 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 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, 1996 Nissan Skyline (368 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Skyline | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Skyline | Leon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2569 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 368 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
