1997 Nissan Trailrunner vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Trailrunner would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 58 kg more than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner 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, 2008 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. (200 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Nissan Trailrunner | 2008 Seat Leon | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | Trailrunner | Leon |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |