1997 Nissan Crew vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 94 kg more than 1997 Nissan Crew. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan Crew is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Nissan Crew. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Crew | 2006 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Crew | Leon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
