2007 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Leon would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (141 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 308 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 2007 Nissan Hardbody. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Hardbody | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Hardbody | Leon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
