2008 Nissan Maxima vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Nissan Maxima is newer by 3 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 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 143 kg more than 2008 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2008 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Maxima | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | Maxima | Leon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |