2000 Nissan Primera vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Leon weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 Nissan Primera. 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, 2006 Seat Leon (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Primera. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Primera. 2006 Seat Leon has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Seat Leon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Nissan Primera | 2006 Seat Leon | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | Primera | Leon |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |