1999 Nissan Xterra vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (237 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 300 kg more than 2008 Seat Leon.
Because 1999 Nissan Xterra 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, 1999 Nissan Xterra 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 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (274 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Xterra | 2008 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Xterra | Leon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 55 L |
