2005 Nissan Primera vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 Seat Leon. 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, 2005 Nissan Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Primera | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Primera | Leon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
