1996 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 416 kg more than 2011 Seat Leon.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2011 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Terrano II | 2011 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Terrano II | Leon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
