2007 Nissan Micra vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 329 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra. 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 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (129 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Micra | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | Micra | Leon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 129 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 11.2 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 | 1047 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |