2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon.
Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Leon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Pathfinder | Leon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3953 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
